Below are a variety of resources that you may find helpful. Click on the link to be redirected to the resource.
5 Clinics include:
Gerald L. Ignace Indian Health Center: 414-383-9526
Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.: 414-372-8080
Outreach Community Health Centers: 414-727-6320
Progressive Community Health Centers: 414-882-2040
Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers: 414-672-1353
NEW: At-home COVID test kit (free for those who don't have insurance). Order here.
NEW App! Let's you know if you have been exposed to COVID via bluetooth - NOT GPS - it is anonymous. Click here.
Internet Resources for Wisconsin Residents during Public Health Emergency
Public Service Commision Help Line: 1 (608) 267-3595 The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) launched a customer service phone line for people who need help locating phone or internet service during the COVID-19 public health emergency. Callers can speak with a PSC Consumer Affairs staff person who will walk through internet and phone service options available in their area and discuss eligibility for discounts on critical communications services.
MPS Stop Grab and Go Locations: Open Monday - Friday 11:00am -1:30pm
Milwaukee Public Schools will continue to offer free breakfast and lunch at the Stop, Grab & Go locations listed below. Starting January 4th, 2021 a free dinner meal will also be provided with each breakfast and lunch. In addition to meals, free produce bags will be provided every Thursday as part of the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program. MPS provides the meals free of charge to all enrolled MPS students or anyone in the community age 18 and under. Meals can be picked up at any Stop, Grab & Go location (http://mpsmke.com/stopgrabgo).
Community Advocates Rent Assistance Application - May be eligible if you have experienced loss of income in the last 60 days or due to COVID-19. Complete the pre-application.
Starting on 9/21 at 9:00am, the Housing Authority of Milwaukee will be opening waiting lists for 12 of its housing developments.
Legal Aid Society of Milwaukee - Free legal assistance for tenants in landlord/tenant disputes
Legal Action of Wisconsin Eviction Defense Project - Free legal assistance for tenants
Coordinated Entry for Homeless Services (Navigation Center), 1918 N 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53212. Alley Entrance. Walk-in Hours: Tues -Fri 12:00-4:00pm.
Sojourner Family Peace Center 24-Hour Hotline: (414) 933-2722
Milwaukee Women's Center 24/7 Crisis Line: (414) 671-6140
Asha Project (African-American women) Crisis Line: (414) 252-0075 (9am - 4pm)
Diverse & Resilient (LGBTQ) Resource Line: (414) 856-5428
Pathfinders Advocacy, Shelter and Drop-In Center
New Paths Advocacy: 414.587.2553 (call/text)
General Information: 414.964.2565 (counseling, drop-in center and general assistance)
Drop-in Center for Youth ages 11-25: Located at 4200 N. Holton Street
24/7 Crisis Hotline & Youth Shelter: 414.271.1560 located at 1614 E. Kane Place, Milwaukee
Walker’s Point Crisis Hotline & Shelter 24/7 Hotline: 414.647.8200
UMOS Latina Resource Center Advocacy and Resources 24-Hour Hotline: 414.389.6510 (Spanish/English)
Hmong American Women’s Association (HAWA) 24/7 Hotline: 1.877.740.4292 (Hmong/English)
Aurora Healing and Advocacy Services 27/7 Crisis Hotline 414.219.5555 for survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault
Milwaukee Center for Children and Youth Call/text 262-833-7528 (Spanish/English)
Advocacy and support for youth and families impacted by abuse.
Milwaukee Low Income Clinic Safety Net Clinic Referral Directory
Obama School Clinic is open for high school students! Virtual Office hours are Tuesday and Thursday 10am-2pm. Please email Jennifer Jablonowski at jablonj1@milwaukeek12.wi.us for a google classroom code.
MHA is offering 6 free therapy sessions: Call for an Appointment 414-276-3122 http://www.mhawisconsin.org/mha-wi-counseling-clinic
List of links for various resources and information for families
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy - Next Step Clinic
If you are currently homeless, you may use a letter from a shelter or organization as proof of residence when registering to vote. Example letter.
May 4-26
Goodwill is hosting 10 virtual recruitment events this month! To register for an event, please call 414-847-4740.
May 4: Milwaukee County Transit System
May 5: KeyStone Staffing Group
May 11: Ritus Corporation
May 12: Potawatomi Hotel & Casino
May 13 & 27: Amazon
May 13: Clean Power
May 19: Spectrum
May 20: GardaWorld
May 26: FedEx Freight
Time: Varies
Spend a fun day with mom, or a special loved one, on Mother’s Day at the Milwaukee County Zoo! All mothers will receive free admission. For more information, visit the zoo's website.
Time: 9:30am-4pm
Anytime
Relax your mind and body with a 10 minute guided meditation. Meditation allows for your mind to quiet, and for your body to relax. The meditation class will be offered via YouTube. Attendees can participate any time by clicking the link below.
Monday-Friday
Join Malia from HIR Wellness on Facebook LIVE as she guides you through breathing, stretching, and shared energy. Attendees can participate by clicking the link below.
Time: 8:00-8:30am
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May
Join Danceworks for free virtual and in-person dance classes for adults, youth & families! Danceworks offers a variety of classes for all levels to participate. To join a free class, please click the link below to be directed to their class schedule and enter FREEJOYSOJOURNER in the code, or call 414-277-8480.
May 17 Deadline
The IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is offering free basic tax return preparation to income qualified individuals. If you would like help with preparing income taxes, contact one of the organization’s below or click the link for more information.
Riverworks Financial Clinic
Schedule by phone at 414-906-9650
Social Development Commission
Schedule by phone at 414-906-2700
Tuesdays
Join Sojourner in partnership with H20 Milwaukee Music virtually for the next 9 weeks for youth to learn how to create their own music. While learning to create music, they will also participate in a support group to explore the meaning behind their music. The support group component will be offered on Mondays from 4-5pm. Both boys & girls between the ages of 10-14yrs are encouraged to participate. Please email Lindsey S. to register your child at Lindseys@familypeacecenter.org.
Time: 5:00-7:00pm
Wednesdays
Families are welcome to join Sojourner & Artists Working in Education every Wednesday evening to participate in age-appropriate art activities that include creating mosaic panels for installation within the center, and smaller mosaic pieces while working alongside community artists. Please reach out to Lindsey at 414-810-1561 with questions. No registration is required.
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Thursdays
Join Annette from Goodwill Thursdays via Zoom for a variety of virtual career readiness workshops. To register, please reach out directly to Annette at 414-810-1580 for the Zoom link.
Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
Additional Opportunities & Resources
Bank On Greater Milwaukee- Free financial literacy information & resources
Amazon- Employment Opportunities
Greenpath- Free personal financial counseling
Milwaukee Rec- Movement classes and before & after school programming for youth
Goodwill Workforce Connection Center- Recorded & Live Career Workshop Videos
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Milwaukee- Provides in person supervised learning for children
CORE El Centro- Offers online movement classes for children & adults
Urban Ecology Center- Resources & videos to connect with nature
Walnut Way- Environmental and Wellness Programming for adults & children
WWBIC- Resources and webinars to explore starting your own business